Why Uncommon New York City Charter Schools
FY2024 · Form 990Its mission and biggest programs, as filedOperates urban public charter schools that prepare low-income students for college.
- Uncommon New York City Charter Schools operates outstanding urban public Schools that close the opportunity gap and prepare students from low-income communities to graduate from college.$154.7M spent in FY2024
Before you apply
FY2023 · Form 990Independent: from IRS data, not the orgAbout the role
The org's own posting, as writtenOverview
We are seeking an experienced First Robotics Competition (FRC) coach to guide a team at Washington Park High School. On our students' paths to and through college, nationally recognized competitive programs provide an edge for college admissions, but also for college persistence. The coach will lead a "Project," a class that meets twice a week for two hours, and continue work into after school hours. During build season, the coach will work with students for several hours after school and on weekends to prepare for competition. Candidates who competed in FRC while in high school are preferred. The coaching role is part-time and will report to the Enrichment Program Manager.
Responsibilities
Preparation & Practice Time: Up to 2 hours per week preparing for Projects, competitions, and after school practices. Fall Semester Practices: 4 hours a week total Long-term coaching during “Projects”: Meet with students Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1 hour each day, from August to June. Continue practices after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1 hour each day. Build Season (January - April): 8 hours a week total Long-term coaching during “Projects”: Meet with students Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1 hour each day, from August to June. On average at least 6 hours of practice outside of school hours weekly, working directly with students to prepare for competition.
Practices will continue into after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays and additional practice hours are required on other days of the week, in line with the after-school schedule at the school. Spring (April-June): 2 hours a week total During Projects, wrap up the competition year, inventory and order new materials, prepare student leaders for the following year, and begin recruitment of new team members. Competitions: 2-3 weekends per school year Register for and participate in on off-season competition. Register for and participate in at least one regional/district competition.
Family Communication: Because of the significant time required for after-school practices, school-based Student Talent Manager and coaches identify team members and confirm commitment via signed parent permission form indicating after-school commitment In partnership with the school-based Student Talent Manager, establish a family communication protocol using the Remind app to update families about competition, after school practices, and any other time outside of school that students will be doing club-related activities. Our people are what make us Uncommon.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.
Compensation
Coaches will receive an annual stipend of $5,000-$7,000 based on experience and contracted hours per week, paid semi-monthly. If at any point during the year, you stop performing these responsibilities before they are…
About Uncommon New York City Charter Schools
From its Form 990- Budget $170.4M · Education
- Staff 1,469 · founded 2007
- Pays its leaders $144K–$190K (11 reported)
- Open jobs 102 · Jobs at Uncommon New York City Charter Schools · Full 990 report